Cream "KARTALIN®" is a non-hormonal product of plant origin based on solid oil, intended for the prevention of chronic dermatoses.
"KARTALIN®" is a line of specialized products developed for daily skin care in the complex treatment of chronic skin diseases (psoriasis, eczema, neurodermatitis, atopic dermatitis).
The products contain a balanced combination of active ingredients (solidol, honey, salicylic acid, lysozyme, medicinal herbs, natural oils, vitamins), specially selected for the most effective therapeutic effect on the skin for various skin diseases.
Advantages of Kartalin:
- Not addictive.
- Non-toxic and safe product.
- Approved for use by children over 3 years old.
- Does not contain hormones.
- Anti-inflammatory agent.
- Promotes skin healing.
- Exfoliates the skin.
- Protects the epidermis from pathogenic microflora.
- Prevention of the formation of psoriatic plaques.
Numerous reviews from Kartalin users note its high effectiveness. When using the cream as a treatment course, a long-term remission occurs - psoriasis does not make itself felt from 18 months to 5 years.
Composition and features of components
The naturalness of Kartalin’s components determines its safety and widespread use. The hypoallergenicity and effectiveness of the ointment is dictated by the active use of natural ingredients. All these are substances with high biological activity, effectively and quickly penetrating the upper layers of the epidermis.
Results of clinical studies of Kartalin ointment in the external treatment of chronic dermatoses
Dmitruk V.S., Dmitruk S.I.
State Educational Institution of Higher Professional Education of Roszdrav Siberian State Medical University, Tomsk
Relevance of research. In the general structure of dermatological diseases, more than a third of the total number of requests are for chronic allergic dermatoses, which include atopic dermatitis[1]. Among the variety of clinical variants of these diseases, most are[2] limited forms that do not require long-term systemic therapy, and their treatment is limited to the use of topical agents[3]. The pathogenesis of these dermatoses involves changes in keratinization processes in the epidermis, which invariably leads to increased water loss and increased skin permeability, thereby stimulating increased local inflammation [4].
One of the most important stages of external therapy for chronic allergic dermatoses (atopic dermatitis, chronic eczema) is moisturizing and softening the skin of patients[5]. The main source that normalizes transepidermal water loss are lipids (fatty acids, triglycerides, phospholipids, cholesterol). Currently, cosmeceuticals containing the above substances are widely used in dermatology. The process of restoring pathologically altered skin in patients with atopic dermatitis sometimes takes weeks, or even months; accordingly, the exchange rate cost of these products can vary from hundreds to several thousand rubles.
A good alternative to the group of products described above that restore the barrier functions of the epidermis is the domestic cosmetic product - Kartalin ointment (certificate of conformity No. 7147870). This product belongs to the group of solidol-containing ointments (Rybakov’s ointment, etc.), which has been used in the treatment of chronic dermatoses for decades [6].
Based on the above, the purpose of our work was to evaluate the clinical effectiveness of the use of Kartalin ointment in patients with atopic dermatitis (AD).
Methods and materials. To achieve our goal, 46 patients with atopic dermatitis were examined and treated in the clinic of skin diseases of the State Educational Institution of Higher Professional Education "Siberian State Medical University". The criteria for inclusion in the groups were: clinical confirmed diagnosis; informed consent of patients; adolescence and adulthood; lichenoid and squamous clinical forms with lichenification. The exclusion criteria from the study groups were: diffuse form of blood pressure; severe course; infancy and childhood; individual intolerance to ointment components; complications in the form of pyoderma.
All patients were divided into two groups. The first group (n=26) consisted of patients who received Kartalin ointment as external therapy for 2 months. The second group (n=20) consisted of patients receiving external therapy, which included indifferent and moisturizing ointments and cosmeceuticals. The SCORAD index was used to determine the severity of atopic dermatitis. At the beginning of the course of therapy, the SCORAD index was equal to: in the first group - 59 points, in the second group - 60 points. At the end of the treatment, it was equal in group 1 - 14 points and, accordingly, in group 2 - 18 points (Diagram 1).
The Hanifin scoring system (Hanifin JM, 1989) was used to assess the degree of response to topical therapy by treated and untreated sites before and after topical therapy for the first two weeks of treatment. When assessing the severity of atopic dermatitis (itching, erythema, infiltration), the scores in both groups were the same and equaled 6 points. After a two-week period of external treatment, this index in both groups decreased to 1.5 points, which is reflected in Diagram 2.
Based on the above material, the following conclusions can be drawn:
- Kartalin ointment can be used as monotherapy for mild to moderate atopic dermatitis with squamous manifestations and lichenification in outpatient and outpatient settings.
- The drug "Kartalin" is effective in the external treatment of atopic dermatitis (reduction of the SCORAD index by 76% and the Hanifin index by 75%).
- "Kartalin" can be recommended as a skin care product for patients with atopic dermatitis during remission.
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What does Kartalin contain:
- Lysozyme (antibacterial enzyme).
- Natural oils of lavender, eucalyptus.
- Vitamin A.
- Extracts of medicinal herbs.
- Salicylic acid.
- Honey.
- Solid oil.
Lysozyme
Natural protein enzymes with antibiotic action. Lysozyme destroys bacterial cell membranes. Thanks to this component, Kartalin reduces inflammation and acts as a local antiseptic.
Essential oils
Oils of natural origin, especially lavender, are considered one of the most effective ingredients in the treatment of various types of dermatological diseases. In the case of psyriazom, lavender oil inhibits the action of bacteria on the surface of the skin, stimulates healing, relieves dryness and itching of the skin, and reduces the risk of scarring. Considering that this ointment also contains salicylic acid, which has a drying effect, natural vegetable oils compensate for this effect and moisturize the skin.
Vitamin A
This component has a wide range of actions. For Kartalin cream, the ability of the vitamin to fight dryness and relieve local inflammation is important.
Healing herbs
Chamomile and chamomile have long been known skin care products. Relieves irritation and itching. Due to the high content of tannins, the extract from this herb accelerates the healing of wounds and is an auxiliary antiseptic.
Salicylic acid
One of the most inexpensive but effective remedies for treating skin inflammation.
Honey
Safe, powerful antiseptic. A natural wound healing agent, time-tested.
Solid oil
An unexpected component, which in the last few years has been recognized as one of the most effective for the treatment of psoriasis. This component should not be confused with the well-known machine grease (technical oil). Kartalina contains medical solid oil, which has completely different properties, chemical composition, has undergone a multi-stage cleansing process and is absolutely safe for the skin. But machine grease may contain toxic impurities.
Compound
- Solidol is a grease obtained by thickening industrial oils of medium viscosity with calcium soaps of higher fatty acids
- Lysozyme is an enzyme, an antibacterial agent of protein nature
- Bee honey - has pronounced decongestant, antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, softening properties; helps restore normal skin structure, reduce or eliminate joint pain
- Tripartite sequence - has an anti-inflammatory effect, improves metabolism, relieves allergic reactions
- Chamomile - has anti-inflammatory, disinfecting, soothing, healing effects
- Vitamin A - reduces inflammation, relieves itching and dry skin
- Lavender oil - helps in skin regeneration, improves microcirculation in tissues, removes redness, purulent wounds, helps relieve swelling and irritation
- Eucalyptus oil is an antiseptic; promotes rapid skin regeneration, stops itching and eliminates flaking
- Salicylic acid - has anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, keratolytic effects
Security Kartalina
Kartalin is a successful alternative to popular corticosteroid ointments. Hormone-containing drugs are really effective in treating psoriasis and quickly relieve the symptoms of the skin disease. But with long-term use of these drugs, numerous side effects occur.
Why are hormonal ointments dangerous?
- Causes skin addiction.
- Skin atrophy develops.
- Provokes the development of hypertrichosis.
- May cause specific steroid acne.
None of these side effects are observed when using Kartalin. This cream contains neither hormones nor synthetic components. The ointment underwent long-term clinical studies at the Clinic of Skin and Sexually Transmitted Diseases at the Siberian State Medical University. The ointment demonstrated excellent tolerability, high efficiency and safety.
Indications for use of Kartalin :
- Psoriasis.
- Dermatoses of allergic etiology.
- Neurodermatitis.
- Eczema.
Contraindications
Not detected, individual intolerance to the components is possible.
A slight exacerbation is possible at the beginning of use. If your skin feels dry after washing, you can use baby cream to soften it.
It is not recommended to combine the use of KARTALIN® cream with hormonal creams and ointments.
During the period of application of the cream, visiting the sauna and steam bath is not recommended; taking a hot bath and hot shower (t above 80°C); using scrubs.
In the first month of using the cream, it is recommended to take antihistamines to reduce side effects.
Drinking alcoholic beverages is strictly prohibited.
It is advisable to quit smoking or strictly limit it.
Eliminate eggs from the diet, limit the consumption of fatty, fried and spicy foods.
Healthy sleep is recommended.
A course of treatment
The duration of the course depends on the condition of the skin. The minimum duration of treatment is 2 months. The maximum allowable course is 4 months. The first results of using the ointment are noticeable within 7-10 days.
The course should be divided into two clear stages - restoration and fixation of the result.
- First stage. Complete disappearance of plaques. Spots should form in their place. For the first 10 days of treatment, apply the ointment strictly once a day. After this, increase the use to 2 times a day until the plaques completely disappear. Do not apply the ointment to your entire body at once. Every 2-3 days, add a new zone at your discretion: arms, neck, back, legs.
- Second phase. When only spots remain on the skin, continue to use the ointment for another 30 days - but only once a day.
Important! After applying Kartalin, there is no need to use bandages - the skin should breathe freely.
Mode of application
The cream is applied to the affected areas of the skin in an even layer (without rubbing) 1 or 2 times a day, for at least 12 hours. The effect is usually observed within 1-2 weeks.
Application is quite long-term (from 2 to 4 months).
In case of extensive skin damage, use should be started gradually, first from areas on the legs, after 3 days apply the cream to areas on the arms, after another 3 days apply to all affected areas.
In the first week of using the “KARTALIN®” cream, it is recommended to use “Antibacterial” liquid cream soap with Ivan-Tea extract and a complex of vitamins (A, E, B5), which has an antibacterial and antipruritic effect.
Starting from the second week of using the cream, it is recommended to use “Softening” cream soap, which contains natural moisturizers such as plantain extract, chamomile extract and vitamin complex (A, E, B5) and serves for thorough and at the same time gentle cleansing of the skin.
To wash off the “KARTALIN®” cream from the scalp and hair, it is recommended to use the “KARTALIN® Step No. 1/Step No. 2” shampoo, which allows you to effectively and carefully cleanse the hair and scalp of residues of the “KARTALIN®” cream and helps restore the natural moisture balance and nutrients, making hair stronger and shinier.
You can wash your hair and body daily, but at least 2 times a week.
